A safari Tumaren Camp is unlike any other—raw, immersive, and deeply connected to both people and place. Here, sweeping plains give way to rocky outcrops and acacia thickets, Elephants wander ancient migration routes, and the horizon stretches endlessly beneath cobalt skies. Wildlife thrives among communities who have coexisted with it for generations, and the stories of the land are told not just through sightings, but through the eyes and the stories of those who know it best.

At Tumaren, we take you through the very landscape where our species first evolved. Passing quietly beneath the towering forms of Earth’s largest land mammals, it’s impossible not to reflect on our humble place—and our relatively recent arrival—on this ancient planet.

Every journey is led by expert guides drawn from our neighboring Laikipia Maasai and Samburu communities. Their deep knowledge and warm hospitality bring our landscapes and wildlife to life. Cultural richness adds another dimension to your experience, especially on market days when warriors and women gather, resplendent in traditional dress and beadwork.

Below is a sampling of the large mammals, striking birds, and unique reptiles and amphibians you may encounter on your safari.

Mammals
You may see everything from the tiny Guenther’s Dikdik to the towering Reticulated Giraffe, and with luck, predators such as Lion, Leopard, or Wild Dog. Other highlights include:
Guenther's Dikdik, Steinbuck, Klipspringer, Thompson's Gazelle, Grant's Gazelle, Gerenuk, Impala, Highland Hartebeest, Beisa Oryx, Waterbuck, Eland, Bushbuck, Lesser Kudu, Reticulated Giraffe, Elephant, Common Zebra, Grevy's Zebra, Hippo, Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Caracal, Serval Cat, Wildcat, Spotted Hyena, Striped hyena, Aardwolf, Wilddog, Black-backed Jackel, Bat-eared Fox, White-tailed Mongoose, Dwarf Mongoose, Slender-tailed Mongoose, Genet Cat, Bushbaby, Aardvark, Porcupine, Baboon, Vervet Monkey, Yellow-winged Bat.